2007 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
